Argentine Football Association Marketing Director Resigns Amid Witness Allegations

Leandro Petersen has stepped down as the Marketing Director of the Argentine Football Association (AFA), a move he claims was planned months ago to pursue other projects. Petersen's resignation comes amid reports that he was identified as a potential secret witness in a U.S. court case, a suggestion he has denied.

On the day of his departure, Petersen attended a "Sponsor Day" event at the "Lionel Andrés Messi" training center in Ezeiza. The event, organized for sponsors of the Argentine national team, celebrated the team's success and its commercial partnerships. Petersen himself had previously highlighted the innovation and global impact of these collaborations during his nine-year tenure.

In a farewell message on social media, Petersen expressed gratitude to AFA President Claudio Tapia, treasurer Pablo Tovggino, and the Executive Committee for providing him the space to work, propose ideas, innovate, and grow professionally. He assured his continued availability to the institution.